How to ‘make a plan to vote’

Mind the calendar. Plan for contingencies. Be specific.
Stories from the field: helping new Nebraska voters

We’ll say one thing about this warm, dry autumn weather – it’s excellent for canvassing. This fall, our voter registration assistance teams are taking advantage of unseasonably warm conditions in […]
An open letter to Nebraska voters

No matter when a ruling from the Nebraska Supreme Court comes, we are ready to act swiftly to assist Nebraskans in registering to vote.
Sign up to protect the 2024 elections

Our volunteer nonpartisan election observers help keep Nebraska elections the gold standard in the U.S.
‘Civic Saturday: Strive On’ is Oct. 12 at Sheldon Museum of Art

Gathering together, reflecting with others, and committing to live like citizens are key ways to build civic muscle in America, especially during a time of anxiety and polarization. That’s why Civic […]
Election threats? Keep calm and vote on.

What are the threats that experts find to be genuine, and what can we all relax about?
Now is a time for saying thanks.

Over the past week, we witnessed a formidable demonstration of what makes Nebraska unique – engaged citizens, thoughtful state senators, and the independence of our Legislature. When national pressure again […]
Statement on Sen. McDonnell and winner-take-all

On Sept. 23, 2024, Civic Nebraska issued the following statement on Sen. Mike McDonnell of Omaha’s announcement he would not support a special session to change Nebraska’s electoral vote allocation […]
What does Project 2025 say about voting rights?

The Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank, has been the subject of many headlines in recent months. The organization’s 922-page report, called Project 2025, outlines actions the next president should […]
Jay Jackson: The conservative case against winner-take-all

Note: Jay Jackson is an Omaha attorney and author of “Decent Discourse: Saving Your Country by Loving Your (Wrong?) Neighbor.” He received his law degree from George Mason University School […]